Todd Stephenson
Todd Stephenson is a prominent political figure in New Zealand, serving as the Public Service spokesman for the ACT Party. He has been vocal about reforming public service management to enhance efficiency and accountability. Recently, he supported Judith Collins' proposed reforms aimed at streamlining the performance management of public service chief executives, emphasizing the need to eliminate bureaucratic excess and ensure that taxpayer money is spent effectively. Stephenson's advocacy highlights concerns over government agencies' operational focus and the importance of prioritizing basic services over unnecessary administrative tasks.
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Recent news mentions
Todd Stephenson is an Act MP who was part of the group that traveled to the US with Tamatha Paul.
Green MP Tamatha Paul on trying to navigate a fine line - Audrey Young
New Zealand· 2025-07-28
Act Party MP Todd Stephenson has drafted a law change to scrap the rule requiring that a patient must have only six months to live to be eligible for assisted dying.
Big rise in demand for assisted dying in New Zealand – should we be worried?New Zealand· 2025-07-21
Act health spokesman Todd Stephenson said the Government’s monopoly on services isn’t working.
Model, influencer and health advocate Jess Quinn calls for amputee service reformNew Zealand· 2025-07-05
Todd Stephenson is an Act MP accompanying Gerry Brownlee on a delegation.
Parliament in shock over unexpected death of MP Takutai Tarsh Kemp – Audrey YoungNew Zealand· 2025-06-26
Act’s Public Service spokesman Todd Stephenson said the reforms would get the Public Service Act 'back to basics'.
Judith Collins wants ‘performance management’ for public service chief executivesNew Zealand· 2025-04-01
